Process Engineer

Actalent

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • $50.00-60.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Job Title: Process EngineerJob DescriptionAs a Process Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and optimization of advanced water and wastewater treatment systems. This hands-on, detail-driven position demands a solid experience in process engineering and a strong focus on continuous improvement. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Sales, Proposals, Engineering, Project Management, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management—to support projects from concept through commissioning and operational handover. Additionally, you will engage directly with customers and suppliers to ensure technical excellence and project success.Responsibilities
  • Develop cost-effective, technically compliant process solutions using DNWT product offerings.
  • Assist in reviewing client specifications and contribute to bid proposals and pricing strategies, in coordination with the Sales and Proposal teams.
  • Prepare and review process engineering deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, control narratives, and O&M manuals during the detailed engineering phase, working closely with Project Engineers and the Engineering team.
  • Perform and verify process calculations based on influent water quality, operating parameters, and site-specific conditions to optimize system performance.
  • Lead pilot studies from planning through execution and closure, in coordination with Product Manager, Manufacturing Engineers, Project Manager, Field Service personnel, and clients.
  • Support system testing, start-up, commissioning, and performance audits.
  • Contribute to R&D initiatives to enhance existing technologies or develop new products, working closely with the New Product Development & Product Management team.
  • Troubleshoot field performance issues and provide technical support to end-users.
  • Represent DNWT in technical meetings with clients and vendors.
  • Participate in HAZID and HAZOP studies, value engineering sessions, and design reviews.
  • Conduct risk assessments, process audits, and performance diagnostics to identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to resolve operational issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Prepare and deliver technical reports and presentations.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
  • 6+ years of professional experience as a Process Engineer.
  • Experience with process simulations and modeling software such as Aspen, BioWin, GPS-X.
  • Proficiency in process calculations, including fluid dynamics, mass/energy balances, and thermodynamics.
  • Experience in mechanical systems, including pumps, blowers, valves, and instrumentation, as well as PLCs and SCADA systems.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
Work EnvironmentYou will be working in an office environment 80% of the time and 20% in the field or shop. All necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided as needed. You will be equipped with a laptop and all tools required to be successful in your role. After six months, there is an option to transition to a direct position with full-time benefits, including 18 days of paid time off, fully paid health, dental, and vision coverage for employees, and a 5% annual bonus.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sugar Land, TexasPay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sugar Land,TX.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2025.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

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